AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 8-core AM5
Intel Core i5 8500 6-core LGA1151
What Buyers Say
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 8-core AM5
The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional gaming performance, with many users reporting massive FPS gains and smoother gameplay compared to previous CPUs. It is also noted for its power efficiency and ease of cooling, though some mention the need for a BIOS update and the lack of a cooler in the box. A few negative reviews highlight platform issues and one user experienced persistent stuttering, but the overall sentiment is highly positive.
Pros
- Exceptional gaming performance
- Power efficient
- Easy to cool
- Smooth frame rates
- Great value for gamers
Cons
- No cooler included
- Requires BIOS update
- Platform upgrade cost
- Not for heavy productivity
- Limited overclocking
Intel Core i5 8500 6-core LGA1151
The Intel Core i5-8500 is seen as a capable mid-range processor for gaming and multitasking, with users noting its 6-core design and compatibility with LGA 1151 and 300-series motherboards. However, the lack of an included cooler is a common point of concern, as buyers must purchase one separately. Overall, it is considered a solid choice for general computing and moderate gaming, though not a top-tier performer.
Pros
- 6-core performance
- LGA 1151 compatibility
- Good for gaming
- Multitasking capable
- 300-series chipset support
Cons
- No included cooler
- Requires separate purchase
- Not high-end performance
- OEM warranty unclear
Scores
Specifications
| AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Intel Core i5 8500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | AMD | Intel |
| Series | Ryzen 7 | Core i5 |
| Model | 7800X3D | 8500 |
| Codename | Zen 4 | Coffee Lake |
| Class | desktop | desktop |
| Process | 5★ | 14 |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | 8★ | 6 |
| P-cores | 8★ | 1 |
| E-cores | — | 4★ |
| Threads | 16★ | 6 |
| Base Clock | ||
| Boost Clock | ||
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | 8★ | 1.5 |
| L3 Cache | 96★ | 9 |
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | ||
| PassMark Single | ||
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Max Speed | ||
| Channels | 2 | 2 |
| Max Memory | ||
| ECC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | AM5 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe | 5.0 | 3.0 |
| PCIe Lanes | 28★ | 14 |
| TDP | 120 | 65★ |
| Max Turbo Power | — | 29★ |
| Unlocked | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Graphics & AI | ||
| Integrated Graphics | AMD Radeon Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
Pros & Cons
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 8-core AM5
- Strong feature (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong platform (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong single thread (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average affordability (32nd percentile)
Intel Core i5 8500 6-core LGA1151
- Strong affordability (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong single thread (68th percentile)
- Strong efficiency (68th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Pricing
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 8-core AM5
Intel Core i5 8500 6-core LGA1151
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 16 of 28 specs.